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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Penalty of Failure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Hornblower supposed to take his first captured vessel?
(a) The nearest English port.
(b) The central naval port.
(c) The nearest trading port.
(d) The dock in the channel.

2. Where is the crew from the first captured vessel Hornblower is given command of from?
(a) Belgium.
(b) Italy.
(c) France.
(d) America.

3. What is the name of the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?
(a) Pique.
(b) Panic.
(c) Plunder.
(d) Ploy.

4. Where does Hornblower place the crew of the first captured vessel he is given command of?
(a) Poop deck.
(b) Galley.
(c) Forecastle.
(d) Brig.

5. What was the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant designed to do?
(a) Fight in war.
(b) Transport cattle.
(c) Race with speed.
(d) Hold slaves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower spend his time doing while on board the ship that finds him after losing the Marie Galant?

2. How many English sailors are with Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?

3. What weapon does Hornblower choose to use in his duel with Simpson?

4. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?

5. Where is Hornblower drifting after losing the Marie Galant?

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